Makitech Co., Ltd.
Japanese manufacturer of conveyor systems, logistics equipment, construction materials, and welfare/nursing products.
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Overview
Makitech Co., Ltd. is a Japanese manufacturing company headquartered in Atsuta-ku, Nagoya, Aichi Prefecture. Founded in 1946 by Masao Maki as Maki Kogyosho, the company initially produced agricultural generators and textile machinery parts. It was reorganized as Maki Kogyo Co., Ltd. in 1961 and began manufacturing roller conveyors in 1971. In 1988, Maki Shoji Co., Ltd. changed its name to Makitech Co., Ltd., and in 1994 it merged with Maki Kogyo. Today, Makitech is a diversified manufacturer primarily known for its conveyor systems and logistics equipment, but also active in construction materials, welfare and nursing care products, and maintenance services. The company's product range includes gravity roller conveyors, wheel conveyors, belt conveyors (branded "Berugotchi"), vertical conveyors, cup conveyors, table lifters, air lifts, AGVs (automated guided vehicles), and various conveyor parts. In logistics, it offers roll boxes, carts, storage equipment, electric mobile racks, and picking systems. Its construction division provides roof-integrated solar power systems, bicycle parking systems, LED lighting, grating, and PC curtain walls. The welfare and nursing care division produces wheelchairs, canes, walking aids, electric beds, and bus goods. Makitech operates manufacturing facilities in Yatomi (Aichi), Yokkaichi (Mie), Tarui (Gifu), Yonezawa (Yamagata), and Kumamoto, among others. It has a domestic sales network of about 50 offices across Japan, including Nagoya, Tokyo, Hokkaido, Sendai, Kanagawa, Osaka, and Fukuoka. Overseas, it has group companies in China (Wuxi Maki Machinery Co., Ltd. and Danyang Makilifetech Co., Ltd.) and Vietnam (Makitech Vietnam Co., Ltd.). The company also operates an online shopping site, Makitech ONLINE, offering conveyors and logistics equipment. Makitech has expanded through mergers and acquisitions, including the integration of MK Home (grating sales) in 2006, Maki Lifetech (welfare products) in 2015, and Nisshin (industrial robots and automation equipment) in 2022. It also acquired Kanmi Steel and Kawagure in 2021. The company continues to develop automation solutions, such as unmanned forklifts and AGV/AMR systems, to address labor shortages in logistics.
History
Makitech Co., Ltd. was founded in 1946 by Masao Maki as Maki Kogyosho in Atsuta-ku, Nagoya, Aichi Prefecture. Initially, the company manufactured agricultural generators and supplied parts for the textile industry. In 1961, it was reorganized into Maki Kogyo Co., Ltd., with Masao Maki as representative director. The company established its Yatomi Plant (then called Yoshiyama Plant) in Yatomi, Aichi in 1967. In 1971, it began manufacturing roller conveyors, marking its entry into the conveyor business. In 1974, the second sales department became independent as Maki Shoji Co., Ltd., with Shinichi Maki as representative director. The headquarters building was completed in Atsuta-ku, Nagoya in 1982. In 1987, Masao Maki became chairman and Shinichi Maki became president of Maki Kogyo. In 1988, Maki Shoji changed its name to Makitech Co., Ltd. In 1990, the Mie Plant was completed in Komono, Mie Prefecture. In 1994, Makitech merged with Maki Kogyo Co., Ltd. In 1998, the Kyushu Plant was established in Tagawa, Fukuoka. In 2005, the Shikoku Plant was completed in Kagawa Prefecture. In 2006, MK Home Co., Ltd., which sold grating, merged into Makitech. In 2008, Makitech began selling ASP (mobile racks) and bicycle parking systems. In 2011, it started selling the "Subaru" series of roof-integrated solar power systems. In 2012, Shinichi Maki became chairman and Hiroyuki Ono became president; the Yonezawa Plant began operations. In 2015, Maki Lifetech Co., Ltd., which sold welfare products, merged into Makitech. In 2016, a robot plant was completed in Yokkaichi, Mie. In 2017, the Tarui Plant was opened in Tarui, Gifu. In 2018, a plating division was established at the Yonezawa Plant. In 2020, the Kumamoto Plant was opened in Aso, Kumamoto. In 2021, Makitech acquired Kanmi Steel Co., Ltd. (grating manufacturing) and Kawagure Co., Ltd. (grating sales) as subsidiaries. In 2022, Makisancom Co., Ltd. (solar power sales) was absorbed into MAKIKOMU Co., Ltd., and Nisshin Co., Ltd. (industrial robots and automation equipment) was absorbed into Makitech. The company continues to expand its automation and logistics solutions, including unmanned forklifts and AGV/AMR systems.
- 2022
Makisancom absorbed into MAKIKOMU; Nisshin absorbed into Makitech.
- 2021
Acquired Kanmi Steel Co., Ltd. and Kawagure Co., Ltd. as subsidiaries.
- 2020
Kumamoto Plant opened in Aso, Kumamoto.
- 2018
Plating division established at Yonezawa Plant.
- 2017
Tarui Plant opened in Tarui, Gifu.
- 2016
Robot plant completed in Yokkaichi, Mie.
- 2015
Maki Lifetech Co., Ltd. (welfare products) merged into Makitech.
- 2012
Shinichi Maki became chairman, Hiroyuki Ono became president; Yonezawa Plant began operations.
- 2011
Began selling "Subaru" series roof-integrated solar power systems.
- 2008
Began selling ASP (mobile racks) and bicycle parking systems.
Products and positioning
Diversified manufacturer of conveyor systems and logistics equipment, also active in construction and welfare sectors.
Berugotchi belt conveyor
A standard belt conveyor available in various sizes, with special price models like EModeL34.
MAX-T series electric lifter
Electric lifter for transport systems.
Coel series walking aid
Walking aid for welfare and nursing care.
Lead series walking aid
Walking aid for welfare and nursing care.
ATT4 heavy-duty turntable
Heavy-duty turntable for logistics.
Unmanned forklift
Automated forklift for logistics automation.
Air lift
Air lift for transport systems.
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